Job Overview
Working under minimal supervision, the Senior Product Specialist leads the development and maintenance of Wawanesa's insurance products and underwriting policies that support and promote corporate strategies for all offered lines of business.
Job Responsibilities
- Lead the analysis and implementation of product and rate reviews to ensure that our products are competitive
- Develop and maintain product roadmaps including the development of business case and product scope definition
- Lead research and development initiatives to provide innovative and competitive products to meet our customer needs
- Monitor Industry trends and product performance, including legislation and regulation changes, and coordinate any required changes to products and identify growth opportunities
- Develop and present product training programs to a variety of audiences
- Mentor and develop team members through the sharing of knowledge and best practices
- Lead as a subject matter expert (SME) in the creation and maintenance of underwriting and product guides, marketing materials and other communication materials
- Lead as a subject matter expert (SME) in product related systems projects
- Develop and enhance productive business relationships by liaising with internal and external stakeholders
- Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Minimum of seven years insurance industry experience
- Completion of post-secondary education
- Completed CIP or equivalent Property and Casualty industry designation
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
- Excellent analytical and problem solving skills, with the ability to conduct detailed analysis of information, and to select and implement best solutions in a timely manner
- Excellent communication, negotiation and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate at the right level for the audience and present information or arguments in a convincing manner
- Excellent planning and organizing skills, with the ability to develop and prioritize effective plans that define activities, resources, timelines, and cost estimates
- Excellent attention to detail with the ability to develop quality standards and mentor other teams members in adhering to them
- Ability to facilitate high team moral
- Ability and willingness to travel
LI-JB3
Wawanesa is proud to be one of , a in Canada and a in Canada recognizing an exceptional place to work!
Diversity Equity, Inclusion & Belonging
Wawanesa is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a diverse workforce that is equitable and inclusive for all.
Wawanesa provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to an individual’s protected status : race / ethnicity, colour, religion, creed, sex or gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family or marital status, pregnancy / childbirth or related conditions, national origin, disability, military or veteran status, or any other protected status.
Disability or medical-related accommodations are available upon request throughout all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.